November 21- January 5. CHS Field. Free-$21.75. Featuring over a million lights, the Enchanted Forest, Vixen’s Zip Line, and Giant Slide, GLOW is a must-see experience. The elves have been busy gussying up the place with new exhibits to make sure your holidays are shiny & bright. Adult General Admission is: $21.75, children (ages 3-12): […]
November 23-December 29. History Theatre. $15-$82. History Theatre is thrilled to bring back last year’s smash-hit musical “I Am Betty,” the perfect recipe for holiday fun! You’ll catch yourself humming the memorable music from this world-premiere production by Denise Prosek and Cristina Luzárraga and leave inspired to take on the world. This all-female cast celebrates […]
November 30 – January 5. James J Hill House. $16-$25. Step back in time to Christmas in 1910 at the elegant James J. Hill House. Experience the magic of the season as you explore this festively decorated Gilded Age mansion. Enjoy self-guided access to holiday exhibits and a 60-minute guided tour with lavish sights and […]
December 3-29. Ordway Center for the Arts. $46.50-$145.50 The Little Mermaid tells the story of young mermaid Ariel who longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. With music by eight-time Academy® Award winner Alan Menken, it features irresistible songs including “Under the Sea,” “Kiss the Girl” and “Part of Your […]
February 2, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Landmark Center. $12.50. Are you ready for spring? Join artist Gina Nicolae Johnson in a step-by-step painting workshop. The event starts at 1 pm sharp, please […]
January 5, 1:00 p.m. & 3:30 p.m. Landmark Center. End your holiday season on a high note with the Minnesota Boychoir’s Annual Winter Concerts. This beloved tradition features two performances […]
January 11, Various Sites. Free. Get free admission to select historic sites and museums on Winter Free Admission Day. Explore world-class exhibits, discover historic landmarks, and learn about the story of our state—all without having to worry about entry fees or tickets. Registration is not required, but appreciated. Please note that not all standard programming […]
January 11 – February 17. Minnesota State Fairgrounds. $11.50-$24.00 Each year, Ice Castles brings fairy tales to life for hundreds of thousands of families across North America. Our primary goal at Ice Castles is to make people smile. Since 2011, Ice Castles has been dedicated to creating an experience that will live on long after […]
January 11, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Minnesota History Center. $15-$20 This year’s line-up, running from November 2024 through April 2025, features a range of speakers who demonstrate excellence in […]
January 12, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Landmark Center. Free. Landmark Center’s beloved Urban Expedition program invites families to explore global cultures right in the heart of St. Paul. Celebrating its […]
Select Sundays and Wednesdays, January 12-February 12, 4:30-6:30, Como Zoo Conservatory. Free. Music Under Glass offers a unique experience of wandering through the tropical gardens at dusk, providing a warm […]
Select Sundays and Wednesdays, January 12-February 12, 4:30-6:30, Como Zoo Conservatory. Free. Music Under Glass offers a unique experience of wandering through the tropical gardens at dusk, providing a warm […]
Select Sundays and Wednesdays, January 12-February 12, 4:30-6:30, Como Zoo Conservatory. Free. Music Under Glass offers a unique experience of wandering through the tropical gardens at dusk, providing a warm […]
Select Sundays and Wednesdays, January 12-February 12, 4:30-6:30, Como Zoo Conservatory. Free. Music Under Glass offers a unique experience of wandering through the tropical gardens at dusk, providing a warm […]
January 24–February 2. Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Free. Organized by the St. Paul Winter Carnival Vulcans, the State Fairgrounds will be full of family fun activities, including a snow maze. The Minnesota State Snow Sculpting Competition kicks off on Friday, Jan. 24 and sculpting culminates with the awards announcement on Vulcan Fun Day – Sunday, Jan. […]
January 24-February 1. Union Depot. Free with drinks available for purchase. The Great Northern and Minnesota Ice are teaming up to bring you a 50-foot bespoke ice bar. Steady Pour will curate a menu with specialty drinks from Minneapolis and St. Paul mixologists, breweries and distilleries. Located right outside Union Depot in downtown St. Paul, […]
Through March 16, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Free (suggested donation). Como’s five seasonal flower shows are always free to visitors, thanks to generous contributions to Como Friends. Following recent construction at the Sunken Garden, there are new accessible ramps available for public use! The Winter Flower Show is open daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. […]
January 25-February 23. History Theatre. $59-$69. The Root Beer Lady tells the story of the indomitable Dorothy Molter, the last legal non-indigenous resident of the Boundary Waters. The story reflects the beauty and hardships of Molter’s solitary yet satisfying life beginning in 1934. The play, funny and passionate, explores her independence, fortitude, and love of nature. Molter […]
January 25, doors open 4:30 p.m. C.S.P.S. Hall. $30. Beef in cream sauce with bread dumplings, coffee, and dessert. Bar: beer, wine, soft drinks. $30 per person. Pre-paid reservations by Friday, January 17th online or by texting or calling 651-210-0401, or by mailing a check (by January 3rd) to: 383 Michigan Street at West 7th, […]
Select Sundays and Wednesdays, January 12-February 12, 4:30-6:30, Como Zoo Conservatory. Free. Music Under Glass offers a unique experience of wandering through the tropical gardens at dusk, providing a warm escape from the winter cold while enjoying live performances by local musicians. These free concerts take place in the Sunken Garden, where, due to fire […]
January 31-February 15. Art House North Theater. $20-$50. Bucket Brigade’s ’Til Death and St. Paul— a match made in West 7th heaven! Bucket Brigade’s hit musical comedy, ’Til Death, in its 13th season at Art House North in St. Paul, uniquely celebrates lasting love by having real-life married couples play married couples onstage. Over the […]
February 1, Minnesota State Capitol. Free. Red Bull Heavy Metal is a single-day snowboarding contest featuring the most progressive rail riding in the world. Some of the world’s best riders will return to St. Paul, Minnesota for a legendary showcase of the grit, creativity and raw energy that defines street snowboarding. The contest will feature […]
February 1, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Union Depot. Free. Union Depot is going to the dogs! Start the day with a doga session (dog yoga) taught by Studio 9-to-5 at 9AM. […]
February 1, 11:00 a.m. TRIA Rink. Free. Mayor Carter and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey will serve as honorary captains of their respective city’s team. Honorary coaches will be Minnesota natives […]
February 1. 5:30 p.m. Downtown St. Paul. Free. Vulcanus Rex and his Krewe will bring the heat and light up the streets of downtown St. Paul at the Vulcan Victory […]